Ahh, chocolate.
Is there a more universally-loved treat?
Chocolate has a long history of not only being a sweet treat, but a healing food as well. Let's be honest though, the first chocolate lovers definitely weren't eating Hershey bars.
Chocolate, in a mostly unprocessed form, has a surprising number of health benefits. But if you aren't used to eating the darkest chocolate, it can take a while to adjust to the taste.
Because we don't want you to have to go your whole life without eating chocolate again, this is our advice to adjusting to the taste of dark chocolate.
A Brief History of Chocolate
Chocolate is one of the most ...
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Open Faced Kale and Spinach Omelet
When you need to get out of the door fast, but still want a hot breakfast, this omelet is everything dreams are made of: hot, filling, and super nutritious.
Open Faced Kale and Spinach Omelet
When you need to get out of the door fast, but still want a hot breakfast, this omelet is everything dreams are made of: hot, filling, and super nutritious.
Ingredients:1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 cup chopped onion1 clove garlic (minced)1 cup chopped kale1 cup chopped spinach3 eggs (beaten well)Sea salt and fresh ground pepper (to taste)
Directions:Heat the oil in a small skillet over medium low heat. Add the onion, garlic, kale, and ...
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What Is Resistant Starch?
How Does Resistant Starch Work?
Resistant starch is a form of starch that is not completely broken down by the intestines.
Instead of being absorbed, bacteria in the intestine turn resistant starch into short-chain fatty acids (SCFA).
The small intestine breaks down most starches, a process that converts them into sugar. These types of starches get fully absorbed by the small intestine.
Resistant starch is termed as “resistant” because it is able to resist digestion. During the digestion process, resistant starch travels to the large intestine.
Once in the large intestine, intestinal bacteria begin working to ferment it. In this ...
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Instant Pot Sweet and Sour Cabbage
Your Instant Pot is perfect for getting your sides on the table while you’re working on your main dish, and this super easy cabbage recipe is great for pork or beef. Use a coleslaw mix to make it quicker and easier, and also add color and flavor.
Sweet and Sour Cabbage
Your Instant Pot is perfect for getting your sides on the table while you're working on your main dish, and this super easy cabbage recipe is great for pork or beef. Use a coleslaw mix to make it quicker and easier, and also add color and flavor.
Ingredients:2 tablespoons olive oil1 small onion (sliced)2 cloves garlic (minced)1 apple (shredded)6 cups shredded ...
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Medium Chain Triglycerides – What You Need To Know
What Are Medium Chain Triglycerides?
Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs) are a type of dietary fat.
Dietary fats consist of molecules made up of carbon atoms. These individual carbon atoms compose linked chains. The chains range in length from 2 to 22 carbon atoms.
Long Chain Fatty acids (LCTs) are the most common form of fat consumed in the average diet. LCTs have chains that are 12 to 18 carbon atoms long.
MCTs are unique as they have considerably smaller chains. On average, MCTs have chains made up of 6 to 10 carbon atoms.
MCTs resemble the dietary compound carbohydrates more than a form of fat. This gives MCTs an advantage ...
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Garlic and Bacon Brussels Sprouts
These sautéed and braised sprouts are the perfect cold weather side dish for your favorite roasts, but also go nicely with grilled chicken or steak.
Garlic and Bacon Brussels Sprouts
These sautéed and braised sprouts are the perfect cold weather side dish for your favorite roasts, but also go nicely with grilled chicken or steak.
Ingredients:4 slices bacon (diced)2 cloves garlic (minced)1 pound Brussels sprouts (halved)1 cup chicken brothSea salt and fresh ground pepper (to taste)
Directions:Cook the bacon in a heavy skillet until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.Add the garlic to the skillet, cook for a ...
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How To Make Pickled Eggs
History Of Pickled Eggs
Pickled eggs are exactly what the name implies – eggs pickled in brine.
This simple dish has a rich history. Pickled eggs were one of the first popular bar snacks.
You may see bowls of peanuts and chips at your bar of choice, but it’s a rare sight to see a jar of pickled eggs on the counter.
However, at the beginning of the 19th century many American bars offered hard boiled eggs to their patrons. Eggs were a cost-effective option for tipsy bar-goers to get some sustenance.
But that’s not all. Eating boiled eggs usually made clients thirstier, so they’d tend to order more drinks.
At the time, hard ...
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Blueberry Lemon Smoothie
This easy smoothie is bright and flavorful, and loaded with antioxidants. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
Blueberry Lemon Smoothie
This easy smoothie is bright and flavorful, and loaded with antioxidants. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
Ingredients:2 cups frozen blueberriesJuice and zest of 1 lemon1 banana1 cup almond milk
Directions:Put all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth and creamy. ...
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Ketosis Breath: How You Got It And How To Avoid It
Bad breath – or halitosis - is never a good thing. Halitosis may not be harmful, but it is still unpleasant to deal with in daily life.
Bad oral habits are the most common of cause of halitosis. Certain chronic diseases can also cause bad breath.
You know what else can cause halitosis? You guessed it. Certain foods and diets can be the culprit.
A low carbohydrate diet has a range of beneficial effects. Reducing carbohydrate intake can improve weight loss and boost energy.
Unfortunately, one of the potential trademarks of a low carbohydrate diet is halitosis.
But before we go any further, let us delve deeper into what happens in ...
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Slow Cooker Paprika Chicken
This easy and flavorful chicken dish requires absolutely no effort, but promises big flavor. For extra flair, use a combination of sweet and smoked paprika.
Slow Cooker Paprika Chicken
This easy and flavorful chicken dish requires absolutely no effort, but promises big flavor. For extra flair, use a combination of sweet and smoked paprika.
Ingredients:1 1/2 pounds bone-in chicken pieces1 onion (sliced)1 tablespoon paprika1 tablespoon lemon juice2 cups chicken brothSea salt and fresh ground pepper (to taste)
Put all of the ingredients in your slow cooker pot and cover. Cook on low heat for 6-8 hours until chicken is ...
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